Whether it’s through her personal lifestyle or joining forces with organizations, for years now Deschanel has fought for animal rights.

An avid vegan, Deschanel even caused some concern when she became pregnant with her first child. She remained true to herself by eating vegan throughout her pregnancy, even when she was judged. “Saying no to meat makes me feel stronger inside; I feel aligned with my morals and ethics,” she said.

In 2011, the 35-year-old also teamed up with Farm Sanctuary to promote compassion for farm animals. She was even the official spokesperson for the 2011 Walk for Farm Animals.

“Farm animals are just as interesting and intelligent as the dogs and cats who we know a bit better…Yet they are treated by the meat industry as though they are inanimate objects with no feelings or personalities,” the actress said.

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Allyson Koerner first found her love of writing while attending Westminster College in Pennsylvania, and that passion evolved while she was earning her Master's in Print & Multimedia Journalism at Boston's Emerson College. She's an experienced writer dabbling in all things vegan, green, entertainment and TV-related. Feel free to keep tabs on her over at Twitter: @AllysonKoerner.